Home Improvements

Home Improvements

As a nation, we are obsessed with updating our houses. Make sure you equip yourself with expert tips from Grand Designs when it comes to your revamp project, whether replacing a front door, updating the exterior of your home or repairing the guttering.

Positive input ventilation: what is PIV and might it be useful in my home?

If you've got problems with condensation, a positive input ventilation system could be the solution...

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19 ways to boost the energy efficiency of your home – whatever your budget

By Mary Richards

Positive input ventilation: what is PIV and might it be useful in my home?

By Mary Richards

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What type of air conditioning is best for a house? Portable vs fixed

By Simon Handby

Creating a wine cellar: how to build your own

By Mary Richards

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How to reduce heat loss by making your home more airtight

Prevent the movement of air through joints and gaps in a building’s fabric and reduce heat loss

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Affordable home security solutions

By Victoria Purcell
Annie Sloan is a go-to for decorative painting and DIY furniture upcycling

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Essential paint brands you need to know about – including those showcased at Grand Designs Live

By Sara D'Souza
Installing a water softener in your home comes with a myriad of benefits

Should you get a water softener?

By Sara D'Souza
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Eco insulation: a guide to materials

By Victoria Purcell

Quiet appliances for a peaceful home

By Caroline Rodrigues

What should the humidity be in your house? How to control it

By Staff Writer